Ahead of the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha Elections, Smriti Irani has dared Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to contest 2024 Lok Sabha Elections from the Amethi constituency. The election fever is running high with the Election Commission slated to announce the election date after March 13. For the BJP, Amethi is a symbol of its ability to dismantle the dynastic stronghold of the Congress. Smriti Irani's victory in 2019 was not just a win for the BJP but a statement that no seat, no matter how historically significant to the opposition, is beyond their reach.
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00:00 Ahead of the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Smriti Rani has dared Congress leader Rahul
00:08 Gandhi to contest 2024 Lok Sabha elections from the Amethi constituency.
00:12 The election fever is running high, with the election commission slated to announce the
00:16 election dates after March 13.
00:18 For the BJP, Amethi is a symbol of its ability to dismantle the dynastic stronghold of the
00:23 Congress.
00:24 Smriti Rani's victory in 2019 was not just a win for the BJP, but a statement that no
00:29 seat, no matter how historically significant to the opponent, is beyond their reach.
00:39 Smriti Rani's political journey embodies resilience, determination, and a steadfast
00:43 commitment to public service.
00:45 She was born as Smriti Malhotra, the daughter of a half-Punjabi, half-Maharashtrian Hindu
00:49 father, Ajay Kumar Malhotra, and a Bengali Hindu mother.
00:53 Smriti was educated at the Holy Child Auxilium School, New Delhi, which is run by Catholic
00:58 nuns.
00:59 She enrolled in School of Open Learning at University of Delhi.
01:02 She ventured into the entertainment industry at a young age, gaining prominence as a television
01:07 actress.
01:08 However, it was her transition into politics that marked a significant turning point in
01:12 her life.
01:17 Smriti Rani's political journey commenced in the early 2000s when she aligned herself
01:21 with the Bharatiya Janata Party, embarking on a path marked by dedication and eloquence.
01:26 Rising swiftly through the party ranks, her journey encountered an initial setback in
01:30 2004 when she contested the Lok Sabha elections from the Chandni Chowk constituency in Delhi,
01:36 facing defeat.
01:37 However, undeterred by this setback, Rani displayed resilience, tirelessly continuing
01:42 her efforts within the party, earning the admiration and respect of her peers.
01:46 In 2010, Rani's leadership prowess was recognised as she was appointed as the National Vice
01:51 President of the BJP's Women's Wing, a testament to her commitment to women's empowerment
01:56 and organisational skills.
01:58 Her ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds further cemented her position
02:02 within the BJP, showcasing her versatility and effectiveness as a leader within the political
02:07 landscape.
02:08 One of Rani's most notable moments came in 2014 when she contested the Lok Sabha elections
02:17 from the Amethi constituency in Uttar Pradesh.
02:19 Pitted against Rahul Gandhi, the sky-in of the Nehru-Gandhi political dynasty.
02:23 Despite facing a formidable opponent in a traditional Congress stronghold, Rani ran
02:27 a spirited campaign, garnering significant support and reducing Gandhi's victory margin
02:32 by a considerable margin.
02:33 Rani's perseverance paid off when she was appointed as the Minister of Human Resource
02:38 Development in the Narendra Modi-led government in May 2014.
02:41 During her tenure, she implemented several reforms aimed at improving the quality of
02:45 education and promoting skill development among India's youth.
02:48 Despite facing criticism from various quarters, Rani remained undeterred in her efforts to
02:52 bring about positive change in the education sector.
02:55 In July 2016, Rani was reassigned to the Ministry of Textiles, where she continued to showcase
03:00 her administrative acumen and commitment to the welfare of the textile industry.
03:04 Under her leadership, several initiatives were launched to promote the growth of the
03:08 textile sector and empower weavers and artisans across the country.
03:16 In 2019, Smriti Rani embarked on a historic electoral journey by contesting the Lok Sabha
03:20 elections from the Amethi constituency, a traditional stronghold of the Gandhi family.
03:24 In a remarkable turn of events, she emerged victorious, defeating Rahul Gandhi by a significant
03:29 margin.
03:30 Rani's triumph in Amethi was celebrated as a testament to her unwavering perseverance
03:34 and dedication to serving the constituents diligently, marking a watershed moment in
03:39 Indian politics.
03:40 Following her electoral victory, Smriti Rani's leadership was further recognised when she
03:44 was appointed as the Minister of Women and Child Development and Minister of Textiles
03:48 in the second Narendra Modi-led government in May 2019.
03:51 In this dual role, she has continued to champion the cause of women's empowerment and has
03:56 worked tirelessly towards the upliftment of vulnerable sections of society, leaving an
04:00 indelible mark on India's socio-economic landscape.
04:03 For the BJP, the retention of Amethi in the 2024 elections holds paramount importance,
04:08 as it signifies a significant departure from the entrenched dominance of the Gandhi family
04:13 in the region.
04:14 The Congress Party has actively showcased the developmental projects and initiatives
04:17 spearheaded by Smriti Rani during her tenure as a Member of Parliament for Amethi, seeking
04:21 to strengthen its rapport with the electorate and bolster its case for continuity in governance.
04:26 On the other hand, the Congress Party is fervently working towards reclaiming Amethi and reinstating
04:30 its erstwhile stature in Northern India.
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